THE REDEMPTION
by M. L. Tyndall
Lady Charlisse Bristol is desperate to find her father. She’s lived with her uncle since before her mother died, and he physically and sexually abused her. Charlisse is desperate for a father’s love and protection. She sets out across the ocean but a severe storm leaves her shipwrecked on a deserted island in the Caribbean. A weeks of combating the elements, Charlisse is rescued by a band of pirates and their handsome captain, Edmund Merrick.
Edmund Merrick is on the trail of one Edward the Terror, desperate to bring him to justice for the senseless murder of some Islanders Merrick had befriended years ago. He is captivated by the lovely Charlisse, but as a Christian vows not to take advantage of her. He also tries to keep her safe from the pirates working under him who are desperate for a woman.
When Merrick discovers that Charlisse’s father is none other than Edward the Terror, he is torn. Should he deliver the woman he’s grown to love to her father—a man he knows is deserving of his name? Or should he capture the notorious pirate and risk losing Charlisse forever?
THE REDEMPTION is Ms. Tyndall’s debut novel and all I can say is “Wow.†The setting is excellent, the scenery is not overdone. The faith message is expertly woven in throughout, and the characterization is awesome. My only complaint about THE REDEMPTION is that sometimes the events seem a little contrived.
All in all, THE REDEMPTION is a book that will make it to my keeper shelf as it will be a book I will want to read over and over and share with my daughters. THE REDEMPTION is chock full of adventure and romance and is sure to please. Be sure not to miss this book. $9.97. 317 pages.
Reviewd by Laura V. Hilton
chbookshelf September 24, 2006
Lady Charlisse Bristol flees from a life of luxury that hides years of abusive at the hands of her licentious and evil uncle, to go in search of the father she has never known. Years of misery, fear and loneliness have convinced her that only the love of her father will erase the pain of her existence. Things take a turn for the worse however, when she is shipwrecked on an island in the Caribbean and rescued by a band of pirates. Delirious and on the verge of death, she is nursed back to health by their handsome and seductive captain, Edmund Merrick. Despite the obvious growing attraction between the two, Charlisse is determined to find her mysterious and missing father.
A new Christian, Captain Merrick is caught between his desire to protect and care for his new captive and a battle of the flesh that is a haunting spectre from his past. He offers to help Charlisse in her quest, only to discover that her father is his sworn enemy, Edward the Terror. Edward is the cruellest and most notorious pirate on the Caribbean Sea and Edmund has sworn to bring The Terror to justice. He finds himself torn between his growing love for Charlisse and the desire for revenge that consumes him. In the end, only God can save them all from this game of treachery upon the high seas.
It’s hard to believe this is M L (MaryLu) Tyndall’s debut novel. The prose is polished, with a well-structured plot that builds suspense and keeps you turning the pages, wanting to know more. Her characters are well-drawn and struggle with real issues of faith and flesh (despite the highly romanticised setting.) I couldn’t help being reminded of some of those wonderful pirate movies from the 40s and 50s – remember The Crimson Pirate, with Burt Lancaster? Never mind that though – it’s a rollicking great read and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The next book in the series is due out in January 2007. If you’re in the mood for romance and adventure, do yourself a favour and get hold of The Redemption today!
Reviewed by Rachel Koopmans